New York, NY, Gingivitis Dentist
New York - Manhattan - New York City - Queens - NYC

Meet the Doctor

Mal Braverman, DMD, FADFE

Dr. Braverman is one of the leading NYC cosmetic dentist's and has created winning smiles for New York City models, TV and movie personalities. He was recently named a Fellow of the International Academy of Dental-Facial Esthetics and is a co-founder and past president of the New York chapter of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. As such, Dr. Braverman organized professional meetings for other dentists interested in the latest techniques in cosmetic dentistry. Dr. Braverman, as a top NYC Cosmetic Dentist, has been a radio show host of "Smile Studio" at WEVD news talk radio in New York where he conducted a question and answer forum on all phases of cosmetic and reconstructive dentistry.

Dr. Braverman was featured in the January 16, 2003 issue of Time Out New York as one of the leading cosmetic dentists in New York City.

Dr. Braverman is one of two dentists in New York listed in the 2005 Castle Connolly Guide "America's Top Cosmetic Doctors and Dentists." Dr. Braverman is an expert in the art and application of Porcelain Laminate Veneers, a beautiful, simple way to solve the problems of crooked or spaced teeth and even lengthen teeth that are too short.

Credentials and Memberships

Fellow of the International Academy of Dental-Facial Esthetics

Co-Founder/past president of American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry New York Chapter

Featured in New York Magazines "Chasing Beauty" Edition Best Beauty Doc Top Cosmetic Dentists & Plastic Surgeons

One of two dentists in NYC listed in Castle & Connolly Guide of Americas Doctors & Cosmetic Dentist

Smile Make Over Dentist of the Maury Povich Show

Carolyn Van Buskirk, D.D.S

Dr. Carolyn Van Buskirk is one of only a few female cosmetic dentists. Dr. Van Buskirk is an expert in artistically preparing and placing porcelain veneers, giving patients a fantastic new smile. In only two visits to Dr. Van Buskirk you can have a smile makeover that will enhance or bring back a youthful look. Dr. Van Buskirk's practice often recommends whitening teeth before placing porcelain veneers, and offers the amazing one-visit BriteSmile teeth whitening as well as at-home teeth whitening kits.

For teeth that are crowded, too far apart, or have shifted since wearing braces, Dr. Van Buskirk is one of a limited number of cosmetic dentists in New York City who can straighten your teeth invisibly using the Invisalign (invisible braces) system.

Dr. Van Buskirk is dedicated to continuing education, and has completed a one-year Implant Dentistry program at Harvard University. Dr. Van Buskirk is specially trained in the esthetic, natural restoration of dental implants that look, function and feel like natural teeth.

Dr. Van Buskirk received her D.D.S. degree at New York University, College of Dentistry and her B.A. degree in Psychobiology at New York University, College of Arts and Science.

Appointment Phone:

(212) 688-3838

Aetna

Aetna is a national leader of health and related benefits offering dental insurance to our New York patients, as well as health insurance, pharmacy, and life insurance products for individuals, medicare insurance and disability.

CIGNA

CIGNA offers a variety of dental plans and dental insurance to our New York area patients, including CIGNA Dental Care (DHMO), CIGNA Dental PPO or CIGNA Traditional.

Delta Dental

Delta Dental Plans Association is a not-for-profit organization with some for-profit affiliates as member companies. Through its 39 independent member companies, it offers national dental coverage to our New York dental patients - administering programs and reporting systems that provide employees and individuals with quality, cost-effective dental benefits and superior customer service.

MetLife

MetLife offers our New York area patients a range of competitively priced dental insurance benefits plans for companies of all sizes.

Primary Office Holidays

Trusted New York Gum Disease Treatment

If you have swollen or bleeding gums, you may be suffering from gingivitis or periodontal gum disease. Fortunately, experienced help is available from New York gum disease dentist Mal Braverman, D.M.D., and his dedicated team.

Left untreated, gum disease can result in tooth and bone loss. But it can also affect more than your mouth; it can be dangerous to your overall health. Recent studies have linked advanced periodontitis to heart disease, stroke, and pregnancy complications. At Mal Braverman, DMD, FADFE we are highly trained in all areas of periodontics care and we'll get you smiling again quickly.

Call now for an appointment at (212) 688-3838 or just fill out our simple online form. Please don't hesitate to contact us if you have any questions. We are here to help, and look forward to speaking with you!

Service Areas

Mal Braverman, DMD, FADFE is located in New York and conveniently serves the following areas: